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The Nelson Mandela Commemorative R5 Coin Set
The Nelson Mandela R5 set combines two circulation coins which are both significant in terms of South Africa 's history and numismatic tradition.
In keeping with South African numismatic tradition, the outgoing President is depicted on the obverse of the highest denomination circulation coin a year after he has left office. Therefore in the year 2000, former President Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela was featured.
The 2000 R5 coin featured a smiling Nelson Mandela wearing his iconic "Madiba" shirt. This info rmal depiction of a head of state differed from the norm. The coin captures the character of Nelson Mandela. He is portrayed not only as a symbol of the new democratic South Africa , but also as the person people recognize and relate to.
South Africa celebrated Nelson Mandela's 90th birthday on 18 July 2008. A commemorative R5 circulation coin was issued on the day featuring the much loved Nelson Mandela on the reverse of the coin. This is the first time ever that a former President has featured twice on the same denomination and in the same circulation coin series. Again a smiling Nelson Mandela was portrayed wearing a "Madiba" shirt.
| 2000 | 2008 | |
|---|---|---|
| Proof-like | ||
| R5 Circulation Coin | R5 Circulation Coin | |
| Mass | 7.0 gram | 9.5 gram |
| Diameter | 26 mm | 26 mm |
| Metal Content | Nickel Plated Copper | Bi-Metal Alloy |
| Reverse Die-Sinker | AL Sutherland | N van Niekerk |
| Reverse Artist | - | N van Niekerk |
| Obverse Die-Sinker | AL Sutherland | AL Sutherland |
| Obverse Artist | N van Niekerk | - |
| Limited Edition of Set | 14000 |
